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Folks, it's time for another FI case study – and this one explores a topic that will hit close to home. Keep reading, and you'll find out why that was such a hilarious pun.In this episode, Dave and Hayden take a question from a listener which has crossed countless minds. The listener does an excellent job of providing their financial details, so the Aussie FIRE duo can really dive in. In essence, though, the question boils down to:“Should my partner and I max out our borrowing capacity and buy our dream home now? Or should we keep investing and hope we can afford it in the future?”As always, the listener's circumstances are unique, and may not apply to you. Having said that, you may find some food for thought for your own property journey. Beyond this listener's question, Dave and Hayden also share their thoughts on bonds, and buying the dip.Enjoy!FI Case Study Request FormPearlerStrong Money AustraliaOriginal Aussie FIRE e-bookStrong Money Australia's audiobookDisclaimerAny advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs, or objectives, so consider whether it's appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financial decision.Pearler is an Authorised Representative #1281540 of Sanlam Private Wealth Pty Ltd AFSL #337927. Read the FSG available from https://pearler.com/financial-services-guideIf you are considering any of the products we spoke about during the show, be sure to read the Product Disclosure Statement & Target Market Determination available from the product issuer's website before deciding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    OCF MINISTRY NEWS  Watch the latest OCF Global Town Hall: Visit ocfusa.org/gth2025 to watch the Town Hall. https://www.ocfusa.org/gth2025/  Serve and adventure at an OCF Conference Center this spring: Make this March a meaningful mix of service, growth, and adventure through one of these two opportunities.  Spring Break Service Project Week, 10-16 March, White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.) https://www.whitesulphursprings.org/event/sbsp-week/   Spring Break Service and Adventure Week, 21-30 March, Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) https://www.springcanyon.org/event/spring-break-service-and-adventure-week-2/   Support OCF during your trips to the grocery store: Visit our Ways to Give page and scroll to the bottom to see if a store near you is eligible for the Community Rewards Program. https://www.ocfusa.org/donate/   ASK OCF  Col Houstoun Waring, USAF (Ret.), who serves as OCF's Central Regional Coordinator, answered this frequently asked question from another OCFer: Why did OCF develop a Handbook? Who should use it? How should people use it?  To learn more about this impactful resource for military ministry, read the article about the Handbook's background. https://www.ocfusa.org/2022/09/introducing-the-newest-tool-for-military-ministry-the-ocf-handbook/  Visit our website to access the online version of the OCF Handbook. https://www.ocfusa.org/handbook/   If you have a question that you want us to consider for a future “Ask OCF” segment, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org.  GUEST SPOTLIGHT  This month's episode features not one but two guests: Lt Col Scott and Lisa Bedrosian, USAF (Ret.). The Bedrosians have been longtime supporters of White Sulphur Springs, OCF's eastern Conference Center located in Manns Choice, Pa. Having had roles there as guests, staff, and volunteers over the years, Scott and Lisa recount some of their cherished memories made at WSS and share how God has used this special home away from home in their lives.  https://www.whitesulphursprings.org/   The Bedrosians describe how WSS helped them navigate the challenges of military life through mentorship, Biblical teachings, and a sense of belonging. They share influential anecdotes, like being reminded of their identity as missionaries in uniform, keeping symbolic “rocks” with spiritual truths, and renaming chores “blessings” because of a simple spatula on a dining room table at WSS. Knowing the conference center's spiritually rich and personally challenging programs might be intimidating to some, they also answer the frequently asked question: “But will I have fun?”  Interested in having your own impactful experience at a Conference Center? Visit ocfusa.org/experience to learn more about White Sulphur Springs and its sister center Spring Canyon, located in Buena Vista, Colo. https://www.ocfusa.org/experience/   If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's “Be a Guest” webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic we should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to podcast@ocfusa.org. https://www.ocfusa.org/podcastguest/  POINTS TO PONDER  As you listen to this conversation with Scott and Lisa, here are a few questions to ponder in your personal time, with a small group, or with a mentor:  When was a time you were able to truly step away from your daily rhythms to rest and spend time with the Lord?   How did that experience affect your day-to-day life?  The Bedrosians share a few examples of life-changing advice through connections made at WSS. What impactful advice have you received, and have you shared it with others?  Scott calls a stay at WSS an “investment in your family and in your ministry.” What might be the difference that makes your average vacation that kind of investment instead? 

It's time for your weekly dose of Ask Rob & Rob – let's get stuck into some brilliant listener questions!  (0:41) Jane was gifted her parents' house, now worth around £650K. Keen to kickstart her property portfolio, she's torn between renting it out or selling to release equity for a smaller buy-to-let. With no current income, she's unsure about mortgage options – what will Rob & Rob suggest?  (4:02) With both his personal and buy-to-let fixed-rate mortgages ending soon, Jack wants to know the best place to find a reliable resource for up-to-date mortgage data, ideally by email.  Enjoy the show?  Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us!  Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse  Send us your question by calling us on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply) or click here to leave a recording via your computer instead.  Find out more about Property Hub Invest 

You finally have enough money to buy your first home but don't forget to think of the monthly payments and commission fees. Rishard Rameez, co-founder and CEO of Zown, joins us to talk about how their online brokerage and payment assistance provider works. Find out more at zown.ca and connect on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and Facebook.

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Hi friend, Oh goodness, this past week was a doozy! (Anyone else feel like they were dropping things left and right? Ordering takeout more than once because they couldn't get their act together to cook?!) Thankfully the feelings of madness and overwhelm were fleeting with God's protective hand over it all. I know you have been through this (maybe this past week) or you are still going through a valley season. The house looks or at least feels messy and we just can't "do it anymore". The pressure feels hot and heavy, momma but I am here today to remind you that God's strength is plentiful and will pull us through. - Need encouragement? - Want someone to help get you back on track so you can take back control for your home and life? - Ready to declutter your home??! Listen all the way through for my special offer, exclusively for my podcast listeners!  Step 1: Email me here:  TheOrganizingPodcast@gmail.com  Subject: Help Me Declutter!  Step 2: Write a little blurb about what you need help with. Hit Send. Step 3: I'll send a quick form and we'll be on our way. IN THIS EPISODE Connect with Kristina and the Organized On Purpose Community: Get the follow-up to today's show and references mentioned in today's podcast, group support, inspiration and much more when you join the: ⭐Free private community: Decluttering and Organization Made Easy Facebook Group! // https://www.facebook.com/groups/397332269747340 ⭐Join the Newsletter: https://kristina-borseti-llc.ck.page/ac428baac7 ⭐Email for questions: Info@OrganizeWithKristina.com

This week on One on One, Juliette Ferrington heads to Chelsea's training ground to meet defender Levi Colwill, who many believe could be a Blues captain of the future. He discusses moving back to his family home, as well as playing with Cole Palmer and under Enzo Maresca.  Meanwhile, Joe Thomlinson chats to Newcastle manager Eddie Howe about his journey from the lower leagues to the top flight, and how he uses data to support his coaching.     If you enjoyed listening to One on One, please leave us a review and give us a follow, so you don't miss the next episode: podfollow.com/one-on-one-from-sky-sports Don't forget, you can also watch the interviews from this series on the Sky Sports' website and app, on Sky Sports News, and on our YouTube channel (youtube.com/@skysportspremierleague). 

Episode Title: October 16, 2024 - Holiday Sales Forecast, Conn's Bankruptcy Update, and Wayfair Warehouse ClosureEpisode Summary: In today's episode of Furniture Industry News, we cover three major stories impacting the furniture sector:Holiday Sales Forecast: The National Retail Federation (NRF) predicts modest growth in holiday spending for 2024, with a 2.5% to 3.5% increase over last year. Total spending is projected to reach up to $989 billion, driven by a robust 8% to 9% rise in online sales, which could hit $298 billion. With fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the compressed holiday season may affect consumer behavior, though strong household finances are expected to sustain spending.Conn's Bankruptcy Update: Jefferson Capital Systems has successfully bid $360 million for the assets of Conn's HomePlus and Badcock Home Furniture &more, as no other bids were submitted by the October 11 deadline. A court hearing on October 24 will determine the approval of the sale. Conn's, which filed for bankruptcy in July, is currently conducting liquidation sales. The deal's outcome may significantly alter the furniture retail landscape.Wayfair's Warehouse Closure: Wayfair plans to close its Florence, Kentucky warehouse by the end of 2025, resulting in 218 job losses. The 200,000-square-foot facility, which also functioned as a retail store, reflects broader trends in the industry as companies streamline operations in response to the shift toward online sales.Key Takeaways:E-Commerce Opportunities: The NRF's strong online sales outlook highlights a growing opportunity for furniture retailers with a digital presence.Retail Shifts: Conn's bankruptcy and Wayfair's warehouse closure signal ongoing industry changes, with implications for competition and market adaptation.

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In this episode of Furniture Industry News, we dive into the latest developments affecting the furniture sector, covering key topics like labor strikes, market trends, consumer spending, and important company updates.Key Highlights:Dock Workers' Strike SuspendedA tentative agreement has been reached between the International Longshoremen's Association and the United States Maritime Alliance, suspending the dock workers' strike at East and Gulf coast ports. This move stabilizes the supply chain, ensuring the continued flow of furniture shipments. Dockworkers will receive a substantial $4 per hour wage increase each year for the next six years—a 62% raise over the life of the contract. However, some details, such as port automation, are still being negotiated.Furniture Industry Market TrendsThe industry is facing a decline in new orders, with a 5% drop in July following decreases in May and June. While year-to-date orders are up by 2%, the market is still struggling due to weakened consumer confidence. On a positive note, furniture shipments increased by 6% in July compared to last year, though inventories are lower.Consumer Spending ShiftsThe furniture retail sector saw a 2% drop in sales for September, as consumers shifted spending to technology, healthcare, and education. However, year-over-year sales are up by 0.8%. Other retail sectors, like general merchandise, are seeing much higher growth.Conn's HomePlus and Badcock BankruptcyJefferson Capital Systems has submitted a $360 million stalking horse bid in the bankruptcy case for Conn's HomePlus and Badcock Home Furniture. This bid sets the baseline for future auction offers, with the bankruptcy court set to review any objections by October 7th.Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Brand RelaunchSurya Inc. will relaunch the Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams brand at the High Point Market from October 25th to 30th. The brand's new collection features signature upholstery and expanded offerings of case goods. A cocktail reception will be held on October 27th to celebrate the relaunch.Industry Impact:Supply Chain Stability: The resolution of the dock workers' strike is a major relief for importers and the broader furniture supply chain.Economic Concerns: Continued decreases in new orders and shifts in consumer spending patterns are warning signs for manufacturers and retailers.Brand Revitalization: The relaunch of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams highlights the importance of innovation and collaboration within the furniture design community.Stay tuned for future episodes to stay informed about key industry developments.Subscribe for the latest updates on the furniture industry.

This episode delves into the most significant updates in the furniture industry, including financial recoveries, upcoming auctions of major retailers, labor disputes affecting supply chains, and strategic moves by leading companies. Here's what you need to know:Top Stories:Market Rebound in Q2 2024:Home Furnishings Sector: The sector saw a slight recovery driven by easing inflation and increased spending from renters. Furniture retailers' sales were down 6% year-over-year, an improvement from the 9% decline in Q1. Mattress and bedding spending also showed a reduced decline, signaling potential stabilization.Home Decor: Remained stable, reflecting a shift in consumer priorities toward affordable, functional, and personalized living spaces.Bankruptcy Auctions:Conn's HomePlus and Badcock Home Furniture &more: Both bankrupt retailers are heading to auction. Assets include consumer loans, real estate, and inventory. The auction is set for September 11, with a bid submission deadline on September 6. This event could lead to significant shifts in the market.Labor Disputes Impacting Supply Chains:Canadian Rail Workers Strike: 9,300 workers may strike, threatening to halt 75% of Canadian exports to the U.S.U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast Dockworkers: Facing contract expirations, which could further disrupt the supply chain if a strike occurs.Perigold's Expansion:Brick-and-Mortar Store Launch: Perigold, a luxury brand under Wayfair, will open its first physical store in West Palm Beach, FL, in fall 2025. This 30,000-square-foot store will feature high-end brands like Century and Visual Comfort, marking a significant move from online to physical retail.Company Performance Highlights:La-Z-Boy: Reported a 3% sales increase in Q1, driven by a 5% rise in wholesale segment sales, despite challenges in retail sales.Macy's: Sales dropped by 3.8% in Q2, but profitability was maintained. Notably, their "First 50" pilot stores showed positive performance, indicating strategic initiatives are paying off.TJX Companies: Saw an increase in customer transactions and comparable store sales, particularly in apparel and home goods, thanks to their value-driven, off-price model.Flexsteel: Achieved a 4.7% increase in net sales in Q4, continuing its positive growth trend for the third consecutive quarter.Target: Reported a 2% rise in total comparable sales, with strong performance in women's apparel and beauty categories, despite softness in home goods.Conclusion:Stay tuned to Furniture Industry News for continued updates and insights on these developments. Subscribe to keep up with the latest trends and news shaping the furniture industry.

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Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 513-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 20,344 on turnover of 13.7-billion N-T. The market plunged 1,807-points on Monday, as the main board recorded its biggest points and percentage decline in history. The fall came as the bellwether electronics sector and artificial intelligence development-related stocks all tumbled, This comes amid reports of economic weakness in the U-S and heightened geopolitical (地緣政治的) tensions. There's speculation the Cabinet could now seek to use to the National Financial Stabilization Fund to support the stock market following the sharp decline. NCC to Mediate Copyright Fee Dispute Between Homeplus and Yong Xin The National Communications Commission has announced that it will mediate (調解) a dispute over copyright fees between cable TV provider Homeplus Digital and Yong Xin Multimedia - the Taiwanese agent for several well-known foreign channels. The statement comes after Yong Xin notified Homeplus of its plan to stop transmitting 12 channels on August 16, after negotiations on copyright fees with the cable TV operator brokedown. Those channels include HBO, Animax, Cinemax, CNN and the Cartoon Network. Homeplus has just over 1-million subscribers and accounts for 22-per cent Taiwan cable TV market. Taiwan Promotes India Ties And, Taiwan's representative to India has presented scholarships to more than 100 Indian students. He expressed his hope that they will become an "important bridge" between the two countries. Representative Baushuan Ger presented scholarship certificates to local students at a ceremony hosted by the New Delhi-based Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India. According to Ger, more than 40 students were awarded Taiwan Scholarships, which fund (資助) university-level study, while more than 90 others received Chinese-language Huayu Enrichment Scholarships. US Harris to Announce VP Pick Today US Democratic candidate Kamala Harris is expected to announce her vice presidential pick on Tuesday morning, ahead of the pair's first campaign rally in Philadelphia. Harris has reportedly cut her pool of possible running mates (競選夥伴) down to just two. As Nick Harper reports from Washington. Venezuela AttorneyGeneral Investigating Gonzalez Venezuela's top prosecutor has announced a criminal investigation against the opposition's presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez and its leader Maria Corina Machado. The attorney general says the case is related to their call on the armed forces to abandon their support for President Nicolas Maduro and to stop repressing (鎮壓) demonstrators. The statement tied the investigation directly to a written appeal the two members of the opposition sent hours earlier about Maduro and the demonstrators who have come out in force to defend their votes in the July 28 election. The attorney general says the duo “falsely announced a winner of the presidential election other than the one proclaimed by the National Electoral Council" and they openly incited (煽動) “police and military officials to disobey the laws.” That was the I.C.R.T. news, Check in again tomorrow for our simplified version of the news, uploaded every day in the afternoon. Enjoy the rest of your day, I'm _____. －－－－以下訊息由 SoundOn 動態廣告贊助商提供－－－－ Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport台中 這夏動起來La 8/1-9/1 滿額禮：當日單筆滿3000元送旅禾泡芙雙雙甜蜜組 抽選會：當日單筆滿額抽小家電、美食餐券等獎項 活動詳情：https://lihi.cc/6IFQ8 -- 中元期間，台中市政府環保局紙錢集中載運煉化服務不打烊！ 環保祭祀最時尚的「以功代金做公益」 至四大超商操作多媒體事務機選擇「台中以功代金」

After many years in Thomasville on Hwy. 43, Badcock Home Furniture & More is closing its doors. The announcement went public last week that all of the stores would be going out of business. Badcock has over 300 locations in Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Virginia. Badcock's parent company, Conn's HomePlus, acquired the stores less than a year ago and has filed for bankruptcy. Around 70 stores under the Conn's brand will also be shutting their doors. The bankruptcy file stated that Badcock and Conn's employed around 3,950 employees, with 3,800 being full-time and 150 as...Article Link

Podcast Show Notes: Episode on Furniture Industry NewsWelcome to Furniture Industry News, your essential podcast for the latest updates in the furniture industry.Topics for today: Conn's HomePlus bankruptcy, FTC's challenge to Tempur Sealy's acquisition of Mattress Firm, Big Lots store closures, M lily USA's new shipping program, FTC's investigation into AI-powered pricing tools, and American Freight's new international sourcing strategy.Conn's HomePlus Bankruptcy FilingConn's HomePlus and subsidiary Badcock Home Furniture &more filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on July 23.Estimated assets and liabilities: $1-$10 billion, affecting 25,001 to 50,000 creditors.Closure of 106 showrooms (19% of total stores): Conn's closing 71, Badcock closing 35.Key states impacted: Florida, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Louisiana, Virginia, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama.Implications: Major downsizing, restructuring debts, potential impacts on employees, suppliers, and consumers.Broader industry trend: Financial distress influenced by changing consumer behaviors and macroeconomic factors like inflation and supply chain disruptions.Conn's HomePlus Unsecured CreditorsTop 20 unsecured creditors disclosed: Samsung ($20.9M), LG Electronics ($13.9M), General Electric ($13.4M).Significant debts to furniture and mattress vendors: Standard Furniture Holdco ($3.7M), Man Wah Macao Commercial ($2.9M).Financial relationships highlight the interconnected nature of the supply chain.Suppliers may need to reassess credit policies and negotiate new contracts to recover dues.FTC Challenge to Tempur Sealy's Acquisition of Mattress FirmFTC court date: December 4th, to decide on the $4 billion acquisition.Concerns: Potential to stifle competition and raise prices.FTC's process: Preliminary fact witness lists, expert witnesses, subpoenas, and final witness lists.Tempur Sealy's stance: Confident in meeting regulatory requirements, sees acquisition as beneficial for efficiency and consumer prices.FTC's allegations: Potential market manipulation, restricted retail space for competitors.Outcome implications: Significant for the mattress industry, decision expected by early 2025.Big Lots Store ClosuresPlan to close 10% of stores (142 locations): Major impact in California (54 closures) and Arizona (13 closures).Reasons: Declining sales, mounting debt, increased competition, economic challenges.Strategy: Reducing physical footprint to cut operational costs and focus on profitable locations.Company's outlook: Optimistic about stabilizing operations and improving financial performance through these measures.M lily USA's Shipping ProgramNew shipping cost reduction program: Two tiers, Direct Ship and Direct Ship 2K.Direct Ship: Embedded shipping costs for smaller orders ($1-$1,999), beneficial for backfilling inventory.Direct Ship 2K: Lower shipping costs for larger orders ($2,000+).Additional incentives: Free shipping for orders at summer Las Vegas Market, reduced mattress protector pricing by up to 25%.Goal: Alleviate high shipping rates, support retailers in maintaining competitive pricing.FTC Investigation into AI-powered Pricing ToolsFocus: AI tools changing prices based on personal data (location, demographics, browsing history).Concerns: Consumer privacy, fair competition, potential for higher prices or manipulated buying decisions.Companies under scrutiny: Mastercard, Revionics, Bloomreach, McKinsey & Co.FTC's stance: Importance of transparency, potential for stricter regulations on data usage.Implications: Businesses may need to revise pricing strategies, consumers could benefit from fairer, more transparent pricing practices.American Freight's New Sourcing StrategyExpansion to international territories: Vietnam and Malaysia.Aim: Meet consumer demand for value, secure high-quality products at competitive prices.Leadership: Stephanie Koda appointed as divisional VP of sourcing, with extensive retail experience.New product range: Barstools, upholstered headboards, sideboards, motion furniture collections.Commitment: High-quality standards, ethical sourcing, strengthened global partnerships, and competitive market positioning.

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for July 18th               Publish Date:  July 18th      Commercial: GON :30 From the Ingles Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Thursday, July 18th and Happy heavenly Birthday to astronaut John Glenn. ***07.18.24 – BIRTHDAY – JOHN GLENN*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Cobb County and Six Cities Enter Historic Mediation at Marietta Hilton Cobb School Board to Set Millage Rate Cobb Denies Austell Man Selling Antiques from Home   Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on seedless watermelons.   All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    BREAK: CU of GA STORY 1: ‘Historic': Cobb County and Cities Enter Mediation   In a historic development, Cobb County and its six cities are undergoing formal mediation for the first time under state law regarding Service Delivery Strategy Agreements. Held at the Marietta Hilton, the mediation aims to resolve disputes over how services and funding are distributed between the county and cities, crucial for state compliance. Issues include differing interpretations of duplicate services and fiscal responsibilities, with potential consequences like loss of state funding if no agreement is reached by October 31. Mableton, transitioning to cityhood, observes closely as its services depend on the mediation's outcome. STORY 2: Cobb Scholl Board to Set Milage Rate   The Cobb County Board of Education is set to decide on maintaining a flat millage rate of 18.7 mills for 2024, despite rising property values expected to bring in an additional $54.96 million in tax revenue, a 7.32% increase from last year. While this won't increase taxes, homeowners could see an average increase of $255.17 in property taxes for a $450,000 home. Debate among board members includes potential implications of rolling back the millage rate to mitigate tax hikes, amid community concerns over tax burdens and budget allocations already in place. Public input will influence the final decision at tonight's meeting. STORY 3: Cobb Denies Austell Man Selling Antiques from Home This week, the Cobb Board of Commissioners rejected Edwin Stafford's request to operate an antique store and yard sale from his home on Austell Powder Springs Road. Stafford sought a 24-month permit to sell antiques on weekends after complaints from neighbors and businesses about his previous unauthorized sales. Despite Stafford's plea that this business was his livelihood, Commissioner Monique Sheffield cited ongoing violations of county codes and noted that Stafford's activities didn't fit the area's development plans, which aim to attract more structured businesses. The board unanimously denied Stafford's application, leaving him to consider alternatives for sustaining his business. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We'll be right back  Break: DRAKE STORY 4: Proposed East Cobb Whataburger Deferred The Cobb Board of Commissioners voted 4-0 to extend Whataburger's request for a site plan change for a new restaurant at the former O'Charley's location in east Cobb. The fast-food chain, aiming to establish its fifth Cobb County location, faced delays due to incomplete architectural landscaping plans. Issues arose regarding compliance with Cobb County Tree Ordinance parking lot tree standards, requiring adjustments such as additional parking lot peninsulas. The proposed site plan conflicts with prior land-use restrictions prohibiting fast-food restaurants and drive-thru services, stipulated in a settlement with Sembler Retail and Sembler Family Partnership in 1999. The matter will be reconsidered at the next zoning hearing on August 20. STORY 5: OUT AND ABOUT: 5 Things to do This Weekend in Cobb County—July 19-21 The Southern-Fried Gaming Expo, Atlanta's 11th annual gaming convention, takes place at the Cobb Galleria Centre and Renaissance Waverly Hotel & Convention Center this weekend. Attendees can enjoy free play on over 500 arcade games, pinball machines, and video game consoles, alongside celebrity guests and hundreds of tabletop games and events. Hours are Friday 3-11:45 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-11:45 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Swiftie Night at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre offers karaoke, trivia, and music bingo this Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., featuring activities and themed attire for Taylor Swift fans. Kennesaw presents an outdoor movie screening of "Top Gun: Maverick" at Swift-Cantrell Park on Friday, starting with family activities at 6 p.m. and the movie at sundown. Nickel Creek and Andrew Bird perform at Coca-Cola Roxy on Friday at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $61 to $181 for VIP, celebrating Nickel Creek's new album. Black Violin celebrates 20 years of music at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre on Saturday at 8 p.m., with ticket prices from $39 to $200 for VIP table seating, featuring a blend of classical and hip-hop violin music. We'll be back in a moment    Break: INGLES 8 – SEVEN GUITARS   And now here is Bruce Jenkins' conversation with Leah McGrath on seedless watermelons.   LEAH INTERVIEW   We'll have closing comments after this.   Break: GON :60   Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. 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Oby and Sag lock the doors of the War room ahead of Rd 20! We go through top traded in and out for the week! We give the people what they want with an OBurg cup and Invitational updateWe go through which players we want for the run homePlus our trades, captains and your questions for the week. 

Greg Martin - former Wallabies fullback and current Triple M breakfast host in Brisbane - joins Martin Devlin on It's Only Sport as he does every Thursday. Two simple-minded, middle-aged men talking about MEN'S things that MATTER. This week, Marto and Marty discuss the reaction in Australia - if any - to England qualifying for the 2024 Euros final, the Wallabies' opening test win of 2024 and the supposed bright future ahead under coach Joe Schmidt, the Brisbane Broncos' struggles in the NRL continuing, & more.

Welcome to 'Furniture Industry News,' your essential podcast for the latest updates in the furniture industry. Today's episode is packed with key events and trends shaping the market. Here's what we covered:Key TopicsFTC Blocks Tempur Sealy's Acquisition of Mattress FirmDetails: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a complaint to block Tempur Sealy International's acquisition of Mattress Firm.Implications: This legal battle could set a precedent for future mergers in the industry.Expert Insight: Richard Mosier, FTC's mergers division attorney, emphasizes confidentiality and the extensive investigation process.22% Surge in Furniture Orders for April 2024Details: New furniture orders increased by 22% in April 2024 compared to April 2023.Contributing Factors: Manufacturer resilience, efficient inventory management, and strong demand.Statistics: New orders reached $2.2 billion; shipments increased by 2%.Conn's HomePlus Faces Potential Chapter 11 BankruptcyDetails: Conn's HomePlus may file for bankruptcy due to declining sales and integration challenges following its acquisition of Badcock Home Furniture.Impact: Possible restructuring and operational changes to stabilize the company.July 4th Promotions by Low-Price RetailersRetailers: American Furniture Warehouse, Bob's Discount Furniture, and Jerome's.Strategies: Extended store hours, in-store specials, and creative promotions without traditional sales.Quotes: Stephen Nesle, Bob's Discount Furniture, highlights their “Four for the Fourth” promotion.Bedding Industry Insights for Q3 2024Events: Upcoming Leadership Conference featuring a dynamic CEO panel and exclusive consumer research.Focus: Retailer engagement and strategic shifts.Man Wah USA's 3% Price IncreaseReason: Rising container rates impacting shipping costs.Impact on Retailers and Consumers: Slight price increases aimed at maintaining stability in the face of higher freight expenses.Notable QuotesRichard Mosier (FTC): “The FTC has taken steps to ensure that the information supplied by third parties is protected under their 'standard protective order.'”Stephen Nesle (Bob's Discount Furniture): “This promotion is designed to make furniture shopping easier and more rewarding during the holiday.”ConclusionThank you for joining us on 'Furniture Industry News.' Subscribe to stay informed about the latest developments and trends in the furniture industry. Until next time, keep innovating and stay ahead in the market!

Following up on our spring cleaning episode from last April, for episode 283 we are taking a deeper look at creating magic rituals when cleaning and space clearing. Cleaning your home can be a mindful and magical practice using a feng shui ritual imbued with energy and awareness. Sweeping floors and cleaning the stove may seem like mundane chores but with a mindful approach, any act of cleaning can be supercharged with intention.We cover:-The ancient and cross-cultural symbolism of floor sweeping-Creating your own cleaning solutions with non-toxic ingredients such as essential oils and purified water-Burning incense as a traditional way of manifesting our prayers or intentions to send them up to the heavens-How a new broom is a symbol of fresh and auspicious start in a new homePlus more…Mentioned in this episode:-Episode 273 Space Clearing: Everyday Feng Shui Magic Rituals-A recent blogpost on space clearingThanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you're following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A's.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[01:43] Cleaning as a magical ritual-[06:01] The power of sweeping and the symbolism of the broom-[08:39] Working with smoke, scent, and vapors-[11:39] Non-toxic homemade cleaning solutions-[13:15] Personal cleansing with ritual baths-[15:52] Desk cleaning and clearingPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

Have you ever been in a room at work and looked around and no one looked like you? In today's episode, I sit down with corporate trailblazer Angie Breedlove. Angie, co-founder of Accelerator Group and founder of Women of Warranty, shares her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship. She discusses the importance of women in leadership roles and the challenges she faced in starting her own business. Angie also highlights the success of Women in Warranty and the need for more women in the warranty industry. She emphasizes the importance of finding passion in your work and balancing work and life.Highlights Include: Women play a crucial role in leadership positions and decision-making.Entrepreneurship comes with challenges, but it also provides opportunities for personal growth and learning.Nonprofits like Women in Warranty can make a significant impact by fostering diversity and inclusion in the warranty industry.Balancing work and life is a continuous process, and it's important to find passion in your work.As Chief Revenue Officer, Angie leads the company's sales, corporate development, marketing, pricing, and revenue management. She also oversees the company's ongoing channel and client expansion efforts into emerging warranty products and technology.In her previous roles as Vice President of Retail Strategy at Assurant, she led the strategic design, product development, and program optimization for nationwide retail companies including Lowe's Home Improvement, Harbor Freight, American Freight, and Conn's Home Plus. Angie was responsible for increasing expansion and development efforts into high-growth, emerging retail channels in both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce.Prior to Assurant, Angie led the development and expansion of after-sales service from operational design to technology implementation at Lowe's Home Improvement. By sourcing complete program management and administration of warranty services, their program grew to make Lowe's the #1 retailer in service contracts for appliances, tools, and outdoor power equipment. She also oversaw the expansion of their in-home sales and installation services for the Do It For Me (DIFM) customers.Angie served on the Board of Directors for Lowe's Captive Insurance and has participated in multiple corporate advisory board positions. She attended Simpson University for business administration and management while raising two successful daughters. She is passionate about mentoring female leaders and helping them realize their full potential, hopes, dreams, and aspirations.Connect with Angie on LinkedIn HERE and more on Xcelerator Group HERE Support the Show.Ways to connect outside of the podcast: Join 2K+ women receiving my weekly newsletter where I drop helpful tips and tricks on how to grow your personal brand and business through utilizing LinkedIn. Register HEREConnect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE so that you don't miss out on upcoming episodes and guests!Connect with me on Instagram @cpennington55 Subscribe HERE for exclusive access and weekly bonus episodes!Thanks for listening! I'm so excited you are here!

How exciting is it to come home after a long day at work and find a sweet treat waiting for you to indulge in joy and comfort?In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you! You'll want to bake up an easy rhubarb snacking cake that's as satisfying to eat as it is easy to assemble. Pressed for time this week? Learn Kari's freezer trick for when of her favorite hometown sweets. Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!***Links to from this week's show:Claire Saffitz's rhubarb custard cake for Bon AppetitPfaff's Bakery in Pontiac, IllinoisA recipe for Danish-style coffee cake from Taste of Home***We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Sign up for Sonya's free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!

On today's episode, Jillian and Kyle discuss a frustrating night with the Union's first lost at home this year. But there were a few positive before and after the game we will discuss. Make sure to subscribe or follow and please interact with us, we love to hear from you. • Twitter: @totwag • FB/IG: theoneteamweagreeon (all one word) • We are now on Apple and Google Podcast as well as Spotify and Youtube. • And you can check out our new website www.theoneteamweagreeon.com #doop #philadelphia #philadelphiaunion #soccer #mls #majorleaguesoccer

Have you ever dreamed of making crispy, crave-worthy chicken wings at home, but without all the mess? In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you! You'll want to find out all about Sonya's pantry swap for a lip-smacking wing sauce, plus a vegetarian twist on a classic French stew that will satisfy your cravings and is easy enough to make on a weeknight. Tune in for a quick dose of home cooking inspiration!***Links to from this week's show:Sonya's spiced pomegranate molasses wings Serious Eat's best oven fried chicken wings Melissa Clark's mushroom bourginon from the NY Times***We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Sign up for Sonya's free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!

Brian quickly remarks on the Red Sox's disappointing offseason thus far before discussing the Celtics' impressive win over the Timberwolves, big nights from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, and the team's unbeaten streak at home (0:30). Then, Brian chats with WBUR's Khari Thompson about the latest Bill Belichick news; other potential head coach candidates if the Pats move on from Belichick, including Mike Vrabel and Jim Harbaugh; and where Bill could end up if he leaves New England (31:00). Finally, Brian gives an early scouting report on LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels before he and Jamie answer a couple Belichick-related emails (50:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Khari Thompson Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stay up to date on news related to the furniture industry! In this episode, we cover:(00:00): Intro(00:20): "Driving Growth and Profitability: Key Elements of the Conn HomePlus and Badcock Home Furniture &more Merger"(02:40): "Positive Trends in Housing Construction: A Look at the Latest Figures and Regional Variances"(05:20): "Consumer Confidence Soars: Boost in Index and Buying Plans"(06:51): "Insights and Trends in Holiday Shopping: Discounts, A.I. Impact, and Changing Payment Methods"(08:33): "Design Trends 2024: Exploring Wild, Colorful, and Sustainable Visions"(10:09): "Recall Alert: Millions of Plastic Anti-Tip Kits Pose Tip-Over Hazard in Clothing Storage Units"(11:19): Manufacturing Executives Optimistic for Growth in 2024(13:42): Outro

What a Friday for the Pittsburgh Penguins! Hunter and Pat start with the breaking news regarding Jaromir Jagr and how he will have his number retired in February. They discuss how this is a long time coming and how it should've happened long ago. They also get into their favorite Jagr memories and how he got so many people into hockey during his time with the Penguins. After that, they get excited about how Mario Lemieux and Jaromir Jagr may have a moment at center ice. Following that, they recap Thursday's massive win against the Los Angeles Kings and how the Penguins continue to save their season. They dive into how great of a win it was, plus shout out some individual performances such as Sidney Crosby, Erik Karlsson, Lars Eller, and many more. Finally, the two preview Saturday's showdown against the Buffalo Sabres and how the Penguins can make it four in a row.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.Parkview AdvanceFor more than 25 years, Parkview Advance has helped businesses secure working capital. We Invite the many entrepreneurs that are Locked On NHL to learn more by calling us at 203-675-0071 or go to parkviewadvance.com. If your business needs working capital, call Parkview Advance today!SleeperDownload the Sleeper App and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL to get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime.Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a Friday for the Pittsburgh Penguins! Hunter and Pat start with the breaking news regarding Jaromir Jagr and how he will have his number retired in February. They discuss how this is a long time coming and how it should've happened long ago. They also get into their favorite Jagr memories and how he got so many people into hockey during his time with the Penguins. After that, they get excited about how Mario Lemieux and Jaromir Jagr may have a moment at center ice. Following that, they recap Thursday's massive win against the Los Angeles Kings and how the Penguins continue to save their season. They dive into how great of a win it was, plus shout out some individual performances such as Sidney Crosby, Erik Karlsson, Lars Eller, and many more. Finally, the two preview Saturday's showdown against the Buffalo Sabres and how the Penguins can make it four in a row. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Parkview Advance For more than 25 years, Parkview Advance has helped businesses secure working capital. We Invite the many entrepreneurs that are Locked On NHL to learn more by calling us at 203-675-0071 or go to parkviewadvance.com. If your business needs working capital, call Parkview Advance today! Sleeper Download the Sleeper App and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL to get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime.Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Magic mushroom dealer's secret $8.5M factory raided in suburban home plus more news

This Week's Guest: Jeff LewisWhat happens when you mix parenting, health, comedy, and a touch of the paranormal? You get this hysterical yet enlightening episode of the Parent's Lounge, featuring the always entertaining Jeff Lewis. Known for his roles on The Guild and numerous TV shows, Jeff brings his unmistakable humor into discussions ranging from cooking vs eating out to the baffling situation of 'ringing testicles'. Be prepared to chuckle, as we also dive into the absurdly amusing TPL banana party and explore the essential topic of parental mental health. Transitioning from elementary to middle school is a challenge for both parents and kids alike, and Jeff, Justin, Jamie, Jason, and Kate don't shy away from sharing their experiences on this tricky path. From the pandemonium of grocery shopping with children to devising ways of surprising them without turning it into a reward, every parent's dilemma is brought to light. Not just that, we also talk about serious health issues like auto-immune diseases, with Jeff sharing his personal journey of living with psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, hypothyroidism, and Hashimoto's hypothyroidism. This episode is not all laughs and parenting tips, as we also recount stories from Jeff's wild college days and explore the comedic world of puppetry. You would not want to miss the part where Jeff tries his hand at impressions and shares his wild tale of his car being stolen and impounded. So grab your earbuds and get ready for a roller coaster ride with Jeff Lewis on the Parents Lounge, where every day parenting issues get a humorous twist, making your parenting journey a bit more bearable and a lot more fun!Grab yourself a drink, and join us!You can catch more of Jeff Lewis on Twitch at:https://www.twitch.tv/jeffylewYou can catch The Parent's Lounge live every Tuesday Night at 10pm EST/7pm PST at:https://www.facebook.com/theparentsloungeJamie Kaler's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jamiekaler/Jason Gowin's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jasongowin/Kate Mulligan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katestmomever/Justin Rupple's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therupple/The Parent's Lounge TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theparentsloungeshow

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This week we are joined by incredible therapist turned interior designer Anita Yokota who shares practical advise on creating a happier home. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. You can now join our Subscription on Apple Podcasts to get new ad free extended episodes and support the cause… We have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Returning home is definitely the hardest part of expat life - or at least that is what it was for me. Today, as this episode comes out, marks exactly 3 years that I returned home from Brazil

SEC Mike Bratton (@MichaelWBratton) and his Cousin Shane (@BigOrangeVolz) are back talking SEC football!Nick Saban buys $17 million Jupiter beach mansion; retirement on his mind? (2:15), Sam Pittman on Rocket Sanders' elite conditioning his fixing his biggest regret from last season (7:15), Josh Heupel on his Tennessee roster having more talent and depth than ever before — could it lead to his best team yet? (13;15), Kirby Smart explains why Georgia fans shouldn't expect any drop off on offense despite Todd Monken leaving for the NFL (22:15), Javon Bullard asked about his hit on Marvin Harrison (28:00), Jimbo Fisher on Texas A&M's QB competition and some interesting Bobby Petrino comments (32:00), how long before Lane Kiffin names Ole Miss QB1? (41:30), Hugh Freeze on his growing relationship with Peyton Thorne and finding out how tough his Auburn team will be this fall (47:30)Advertising inquiries: thatsecpodcast@gmail.comPlease help support the show remain independent by taking advantage of our sponsorship offers!GAMETIME SIDEKICKS: www.gametimesidekicks.com use promo code SEC to get 15% off your entire order!Call In Line: (615) 965-5152All show music comes via Nashville band Crimson Calamity; check out their work by clicking the link below: https://open.spotify.com/artist/29HGeJEcYHBJlyt4xIcLBw?si=GJoEOr0YSoeqWkrjhCc0UgDonate to cousin Shane's beer fund via CashApp: $thatSECpodcastWe have t-shirts for sale! Check out our merchandise store featuring shirts, hoodies, stickers, coffee mugs, pillows, phone cases and more:https://www.teepublic.com/stores/thatsecpodcast?ref_id=19055

SEC Mike Bratton (@MichaelWBratton) and his Cousin Shane (@BigOrangeVolz) are back talking SEC football! Nick Saban buys $17 million Jupiter beach mansion; retirement on his mind? (2:15), Sam Pittman on Rocket Sanders' elite conditioning his fixing his biggest regret from last season (7:15), Josh Heupel on his Tennessee roster having more talent and depth than ever before — could it lead to his best team yet? (13;15), Kirby Smart explains why Georgia fans shouldn't expect any drop off on offense despite Todd Monken leaving for the NFL (22:15), Javon Bullard asked about his hit on Marvin Harrison (28:00), Jimbo Fisher on Texas A&M's QB competition and some interesting Bobby Petrino comments (32:00), how long before Lane Kiffin names Ole Miss QB1? (41:30), Hugh Freeze on his growing relationship with Peyton Thorne and finding out how tough his Auburn team will be this fall (47:30) Advertising inquiries: thatsecpodcast@gmail.com Please help support the show remain independent by taking advantage of our sponsorship offers! GAMETIME SIDEKICKS: www.gametimesidekicks.com use promo code SEC to get 15% off your entire order! Call In Line: (615) 965-5152 All show music comes via Nashville band Crimson Calamity; check out their work by clicking the link below:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/29HGeJEcYHBJlyt4xIcLBw?si=GJoEOr0YSoeqWkrjhCc0Ug Donate to cousin Shane's beer fund via CashApp: $thatSECpodcast We have t-shirts for sale! Check out our merchandise store featuring shirts, hoodies, stickers, coffee mugs, pillows, phone cases and more: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/thatsecpodcast?ref_id=19055 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered why you're feeling under the weather despite staying indoors? Chances are, the culprit might be within your four walls! This episode is your one-stop destination for understanding the often-overlooked topic of indoor air quality. Packed with eye-opening facts and the impact of poor air quality on our health, this episode helps you recognize the invisible dangers lurking in your home. We dismantle accepted beliefs about safety standards and expose the cocktail of chemicals we unknowingly interact with daily. Realizing the problem is only half the battle won. So, moving on from the shockers, we guide you toward creating a healthier living space by introducing safer alternatives to the common household items that pollute your indoor air. From potential hazards like air fresheners and drain cleaners to the benefits of regular dusting and air filters, we cover it all. And the cherry on top? We share DIY recipes for home cleaning products. The final segment revolves around the discussion of air doctor products that can significantly improve your home's air quality. So, tune in for some serious detox and breathe easy knowing you're making your home a safer haven. In this episode, you will hear: The significance of detoxifying homes and enhancing indoor air quality Understanding indoor air pollution and its impacts on health  Hidden dangers of common household items including air fresheners, drain cleaners, and candles  Practical steps to detoxify homes and transform them into safer and healthier spaces The importance of regular dusting and using an air filter Homemade cleaning product recipes Air doctor products for maintaining clean indoor air Indoor air quality in relation to health risks and diseases Alternatives to traditional household products to improve indoor air quality The role of air filters and dusting in maintaining clean indoor air Making your own cleaning products for a healthier home environment  Using plants for natural air purification The use of air doctor products for air purification  Tips for choosing safer and more effective cleaning products. Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Get Branch Basics! Use code OLIVEYOUWHOLE good for 15% off all Starter Kits, except the Trial Kit. : https://www.oliveyouwhole.com/branch-basics (affiliate) EWG Skin Deep Database: https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ Get doTERRA Essential Oils - Get Your Wholesale Discount Membership FREE with this link! ($35 value): https://www.oliveyouwhole.com/doterra Get the BEST discount on an Air Doctor Air Purifier using this link: https://www.oliveyouwhole.com/airdoctor (affiliate) Sources: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-effects-chemical-exposure.html https://www.epa.gov/iaq-schools/why-indoor-air-quality-important-schools https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NASA_Clean_Air_Study Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know I sent you.

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I do mean “unconventional”. Wait until you hear Evan Robert Brown Walker's story and adventures. Like many guests I have had the opportunity to get to know on Unstoppable Mindset, Evan grew up in a single-parent home and didn't get to know his father until much later. Evan went to school and then to college like many of us, but then he decided to do something a bit different with his life. Mr. Walker graduated from college with a degree in English and writing. He then decided to move totally alone to South Korea where he taught English for two years. He will tell us of his adventures in Korea and even give some sensible advice to others who may be planning to move or travel abroad. Near the end of his time in South Korea, Evan sprained his ankle and discovered that, in fact, he had an extra bone in his foot. He dealt with that once he returned to the United States, but still, what a suddenly new fact to face in one's life. You will get to hear about Evan's job stories after returning from South Korea including how he became a subject matter expert on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. He now works full-time in this field. What an inspirational and adventurous episode this is. I hope you enjoy hearing Evan's story and that his words will inspire you as much as they did me. About the Guest: Evan Robert Brown Walker is on a mission to empower others, including those within underrepresented communities, to thrive. He currently works as a Global Diversity & Inclusion Manager at Lumen Technologies, with 2 years of experience in a formal diversity role, and numerous years leading and operationalizing Employee Resource Groups. His expertise and passion led him to earn a Diversity & Inclusion Certificate from eCornell in 2020. Since 2021 he has been both a member of the Thurgood Marshall Partner in Diversity Cohort and was recently promoted from advisory board to the Board of Directors for OutFront LGBTQ+ Theater in Atlanta, GA. He is a graduate of High Point University with English major and Business-Marketing minor, and still considers teaching English in South Korea after college one of his greatest accomplishments yet. Links for Evan: www.linkedin.com/in/evan-robert-brown-walker EPIK (English Program In Korea) TransitionsAbroad.com | Purposeful Travel, Study, Work, and Living Abroad Teach Abroad Programs | Teach English Abroad | CIEE https://www.ciee.org/users/evanw https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-robert-brown-walker (My LinkedIn) http://www.epik.go.kr/index.do (English Program in Korea) https://www.cnn.com/2013/04/10/world/asia/north-korea-threats-timeline/index.html North Korean Missile Crisis of 2013 https://www.transitionsabroad.com/ Transitions Abroad https://www.ciee.org/ Council on International Education Exchange About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog. Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! 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Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us. Michael Hingson 01:21 Hi there, wherever you happen to be welcome once again to unstoppable mindset. We're inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Unexpected is always fun. But we also talk about inclusion first, because it's the only way to make sure that we deal with everyone. The problem with diversity is it has tended to leave out disabilities some may disagree. But when you hear people discuss diversity, they don't discuss disabilities. Whether we discuss disabilities today are not is another story. But we will definitely be hitting the unexpected. Our guest today is Evan Robert Brown Walker, we're going to call him Evan because he said I could. And Evan is an interesting individual. Evan feels that he's on a mission to empower others, especially in unrep, or underrepresented communities. And he wants to help them thrive, which is as good as it gets. So that gets us to the unexpected, because it deals with all sorts of stuff. But Evan, welcome to unstoppable mindset. We're really glad you're here. Evan Walker 02:22 You so much, Michael, I'm so happy to be here. And really looking forward to the discussion. Michael Hingson 02:29 Let's go ahead and start by talking a little bit about maybe you growing up and all that where you came from, and sort of all those things that helped shape you where you are. Evan Walker 02:39 Well, I grew up in Atlanta, Georgia, I was raised by a single mother, who has been there with me every step of the way. And I of course I'm an only child. So I had a little miniature schnauzer growing up who I considered my brother, I have friends and you know, close people as well. But my mom and my miniature schnauzer and sparkle are miniatures nouns are really my immediate family. And then my dad, I got to know, sort of towards the tail end of my high school career, that's when I really got to know started to get to know him. He's based in High Point North Carolina, I ended up making a decision to go to High Point University. And so he and I became closer, develop the relationship that still lasts today. So that's a little bit about my background. Michael Hingson 03:43 So that's pretty cool. So you made the decision to reach out to him, which is something that has to be a little bit of a brave step by any standard. Evan Walker 03:54 Absolutely, absolutely. Any standard reaching out to a parent you don't know or may not know as well as you think you do. Reaching out to them is always scary. And for me, it was a turning point. One of many turning points in my life that led me to where I am today, but also helped me become a stronger person and just understand more of my family and his roots and where he came from. It was a great, great experience. Michael Hingson 04:27 So you have a relationship with him today, which is which is a good thing. And so you you are fortunate that you have now gotten to know both of your parents. You went to high point and what did you major in there? Evan Walker 04:42 I majored in English writing and I minored in business marketing. Michael Hingson 04:51 Hmm. And when you graduated, what did you do with all that? Well, Evan Walker 04:56 inside, everyone should know that five point is the furniture Capital of the World. There's other furniture capitals, I think, and China and Las Vegas, but my point is still consider the furniture capital of the world. So that's a pretty interesting, interesting fact. Today, I, after I graduated, I decided I wanted to move into something to do with my major. Many of us who graduated from college, need ourselves a stray from what we were going to school for, which is pretty prominent. Not a problem at all. But at the time, I really wanted to do something tangibly connected to English. So I looked at working for a publishing house. I also read a book at the time, I was really into books around oil and gas, fossil fuels, how they make the world turn and work, in addition to the comparison with climate change, and I wanted to work for this gentleman that my father knew at the time, who was an executive at an oil company. Neither of those opportunities panned out my third backup plan. My third option was, why don't I think about living abroad traveling abroad? I'm not quite sure what prompted me, other than it was still the great recession. So the Great Recession of Oh 708, which was catastrophic to many people. And even if it wasn't catastrophic, everyone felt that time in some way. So I knew I didn't want to challenge myself, or struggle finding a job. But I also Evan Walker 06:56 reminisce peripherally from people who in college, I went abroad for study abroad to gap years after high school, and I kind of wished that I had that opportunity. So it was a mishmash between desiring to live abroad, having that job security, but also just challenging myself. Michael Hingson 07:22 And so what did you decide to do with that? So you thought about doing something abroad? And what did you do? I made the decision, Evan Walker 07:34 shortly, I think shortly before graduation, to move to Korea. But the decision that I had to make before I even made that decision was, if I do move to Korea, then I have to choose between teaching English being a professional. Being in the army, or military, I was not going into the military. That was just not something I wanted to do at that time. And I was not a professional who was proficient in the Korean language. So teaching English as I guess, as a native guests, English speaker, teacher was truly my my core option. And the two choices as a guest English teacher, were teaching at a private school, or public school, teaching in a private school, namely, is very different in Korea. They're called Hogwarts, private schools in Korea, where oftentimes you're paid more than what you are in a public school. But benefits are sometimes non existent, sometimes less, or just not as not as broad and much, much longer hours. Those Michael Hingson 08:54 that why is that, Evan Walker 08:56 you know, I really don't know, I know that the education system there is considered to be one of the top in the world. And I would say, in my opinion, just me having lived there that a lot of parents and grandparents want their kids to do the best in school. So these Hawk ones are considered with the long hours of the teaching and the long hours for the students ways for them to accelerate getting their kids into the top schools and universities in the country. Michael Hingson 09:35 So you had a choice of, or at least the potential option of teaching in a private setting or in a more public setting, which did you end up doing? Evan Walker 09:46 I went public only because I wanted to make sure that I had enough benefits as far as health care. The pay was very good. Not as good as a hogwash to private school. But I really wanted to make sure I had those benefits that I had that structure and the benefits offered from a public school. I mean, free room and board. It doesn't get better than that. Free Lunch, you know, so I really just loved the idea of not having to pay for an apartment, getting free lunch. And so I went with Publix. Michael Hingson 10:31 So were in South Korea did you teach? Evan Walker 10:40 So, Korea? In South Korea, I taught in what's called what's referred to there as the inland Island. I'm probably pronouncing this wrong. But the the name of the the city was young young. And the province or the state of Young Young was n was called Young saying Buck dough, which was the the eastern part of the country. Sol Sol sets the Capitol. On the western side, I was on the eastern side. Yeah, my Michael Hingson 11:21 visit to Korea was to Seoul and two places within an hour of it. I went to speak there in 2007. Right, and I had an opportunity to be there and and also see the Korean guy dog schools, which were school, which was started by the President and others of Samsung. And so that was, it was fascinating. I never got to meet him. But we did get to visit the school and do some speaking around Seoul. So that was fun. But I never did get to tour the whole country, which I would have loved to have done. It was a wonderful country. And the people were were extremely friendly to me at least and and to my dog. Evan Walker 12:06 Yes, it's, it's a country that is just like you said, just gorgeous. The country of morning, lands on Morning Calm. It's also a country of opposites in many ways. So really, really hot, summer, sweltering hot, really, really cold winter, Siberian winds. And you know, even even some social norms and things like that. So. Michael Hingson 12:37 So what was it like for you teaching over there? That was a major step out for you to go to a different culture a different place entirely, completely away from your comfort zone? Or what had been your comfort zone? And all that you knew? Via you did it? Evan Walker 12:58 Yeah. Honestly, living there, there are definitely some challenges, I would say, moving there. And all the pieces of the puzzle that you have to put together before you even on the plane. That's a part of that's a part of the two. So thinking about what am I going to do as far as money I need to open a bank account in a country that I don't speak the language, learning a language, sure, but it really needs to think about that. registering with the State Department, getting immunizations and so finally, you get on that plane. And for me, I look back Evan Walker 13:41 subdivider Mom, she wasn't there. And it really hit me like wow, you know, you are on your own. And when I sat down on the plane, it was just pure excitement. It was like, total change of emotions. But when I got there, and I experienced just the kindness of the people, you know, a neighbor who became a friend, he was working at the Korean military base in this rural town, which the town was a rural farming community that farms their major product was spicy peppers. He was living near me and helped me moved from my second my first school to my second school several hours away. He took me to dinners when I wasn't feeling well. And so you know, those kinds of moments and those people the way they care and even this routine me. Oh, Evan Walker 14:47 when you're lost in the city of Seoul. Oh, let me let me help you. Let me help you find what you're looking for. You look lost. It's just so out. opposite from the way we interact in America. And you know, that collective family oriented culture, never eating alone. It really did leave a very good impression on me and made me cherish moment moments when, you know, maybe I was feeling most vulnerable, not knowing the language, not having a large support network of expatriates or foreigners in a small town. That was certainly a, an anchor for me. Hmm. Michael Hingson 15:39 But you did it? Did you learn much of the language? In the time you were there? Evan Walker 15:43 Yeah. So I would say now, I, I know literally choke off, which means a little there, I would go to the grocery store, I would know how, what past means what, you know, just survival turned it around. And so those those terms I knew I knew instinctively and instantly, Teacher Song saying them because titles in Korea mean a great deal more than they do in America. And roles and jobs, like teachers probably mean as much as doctors mean here. So you'll have students running around stranger saying, oh, Song saying noon. It's a form of respect to them. So I would say, you know, now, I've probably lost most of that. I've not kept it up. But even what I didn't know, because Korean is a tonal language. Oftentimes, I wasn't even pronouncing it in the right. So there were constant miscommunications. Oftentimes, yes means no. So they will agree. Because that's a country of collective society of service. What can we do for you, you know, what is the service? How can we how, but at the same time, it was still very, you know, constant miscommunications, based on where I was living and the language. Michael Hingson 17:22 Why ultimately, did you decide to move to Korea to teach what motivated you really to do that? I mean, so you decided to do it, but as you reflect back on it, what, what caused you to decide to do that that's a big step, most people would say, Evan Walker 17:41 it is, it is a big step. I honestly think now looking back, I wanted to experience the world. I also wanted to prove to myself, yeah, I can step outside of having my mom really support me having my dad stepping out of the shadows and saying to myself, for my own self worth, I appreciate me, and to just experience something that no one else had experienced. That I know. Up until that point, no one I knew had lived in Asia. I let alone South Korea. So it was looking back I think a test to myself Michael Hingson 18:31 was a self imposed test. Evan Walker 18:34 self imposed test. Michael Hingson 18:36 So you mentioned that you move from one school to another several hours away. Why Why did you move from one school to another? What kind of prompted that? Evan Walker 18:48 So I Well, the move was for contract. So in Korea, you really learn about flexibility, adaptability, as the best English teacher, you learn at a moment's notice, there's going to be a war drill, or there's going to be, you know, a holiday tomorrow or your contract is still going to end on the same date. But we'd like to extend it or we'd like to shorten it. What do you think about that? There's a lot of impromptu questions all the time. One because of language barrier, two, because three in school systems for the guest English teachers operate on a need to know basis. So you need to know they will tell you what usually is pretty, pretty quick, pretty last minute. I decided with that in mind to renew my contract. This felt like the story was not done for me there and I needed to move to a place that was a little bit more sort of politan I was hoping a bigger city. And that's what I ended up moving to. The English program in Korea was actually the program that I was hired through. And I was hired before that, through the Council on Air National Education Exchange, called CI II. That is basically a recruiter for the English program in Korea, which is a government program in Korea that hires guests, English teachers, and so I knew someone about an hour away, he was the Regional Coordinator for the English program in Korea, he had sent an email to all the teachers in Gung sein buchtel, that we have a role. It's in the Exxon. It's the Boys High School. We'd like to take up this role, let me know. And so it wasn't far for me. But it was closer to school, which was great. And I just wanted to stay and experience in New York City be close to her soul, and continue my learning of the code. Michael Hingson 21:17 So you took it and there you were, how much larger was the second town or the more cosmopolitan area for you? Evan Walker 21:24 I don't know how much larger it was definitely I population. But it was definitely quite large. And not. There was there was a skyline. And I will also say that that city yet John was close to the mask dancing city. So Korean mass dancing is a tradition in their culture. And that city is called on dog. So yeah, Chun and on Dong, were probably about 2030 minutes apart on Dong was an even bigger city. So it was still yet started was still a farming community. But it had enough of an infrastructure socially for me to make the decision with about seven other expatriates. And a few more shops. For me to for me to enjoy. I would say yet, Shawn was about two and a half to three hours from Seoul. Yong Yong was five. So it was a great move in that way that I could still, you know, I could still make that jump in a quicker Michael Hingson 22:45 so when I was there, I never really got to, as I say, do a lot of touring around it to be to be real cute. So did you ever find a cost go in South Korea? That is so Evan Walker 22:57 funny that you asked. I don't recall that. But you know, there's a very similar chain called Home Plus believe that's the name of the chain. And it's basically like a Costco, you've got a lot of a lot of goods in bulk. And so many weekends from yet Shawn, I would take from us to on dog where the Home Plus was, and just buy tons and tons of food and things like that. There was one instance where before I was in yen chart, I actually took the bus with all the names of the buses, all the routes all the time, everything's in Korea. So I took the bus. It was my first winter in Korea. I had some coats, but nothing I needed for sub zero temperatures Fahrenheit. So I took the bus I thought to odd Dong from Yong Yong, which was about two hours or so. What I didn't know was I actually took the bus to Daegu, which was a while longer. And so when I got off the bus and I was realized I was not in on dawn. I was like, well, where's the Home Plus, might as well make the best of it. So I just, you know, went shopping it some coats and hats and things like that. thermal underwear. Michael Hingson 24:37 You found a home plus, Evan Walker 24:39 I found a home vise you've got to be able to adapt, you're gonna miss stuff. Living abroad living in a foreign country. So those kinds of lessons where you can be flexible is really, really important. Michael Hingson 24:57 What would you advise the How to someone, if, if they're thinking of going to a foreign country or living in a foreign country, or even just going as part of a holiday or whatever, what would you advise people? Evan Walker 25:14 What I would advise people living in a foreign country, I would say, there are pivotal moments while you're there. But then there's a pivotal moment of making that decision to even go there, and live there. And I would say, for me, when I made the decision to get on that plane, it wasn't necessarily a no return. But it was a change. And, for me, it's a, it's a point at which he experienced and this changed my life. It started a new one. And so with that froms challenges with all kinds of, you know, items and things in in those challenges such as language barriers, cultural, confusion, cultural and competency, which my job today is developing, and helping to empower and make people knowledgeable of cultural competency. But there's a lot of different roads that you have to pass, once you make that decision, living abroad, living abroad as well. However long you live abroad, you have to remember and know, which I would say was not something that I was made aware of emphatically is that you will have to adjust, you will have reverse culture shock. Now, I would say certain countries, you probably have more than others. For me, being in a western culture being raised moving to an Eastern East Asia, Eastern country, the culture shock was quite great. Especially thinking about when you don't have access to or aren't listening to just think about music, of the current music that you listen to that. Oftentimes, unless you're on YouTube, or your or latest app, you may miss out on that. You also may miss out on trends, and sometimes news and just feel like you're out of place, you come back. So that's really important. I would say just going abroad, period. Register with the State Department in case of an emergency. And just be open minded. Know that you have a bias no matter where you're from, what your background is, when I first got out of the airport in Seoul or Inchon and I looked around at the cars, I just the first thing I noticed was every car is black, white, or gray. I was like, Oh, that was the second point when I realized the gravity of my decision, because it is a collectivist country. Everyone is thinking about each other. There's not a lot of variations and colors and things like such a small, such a small, visually. Interesting fact, but also long standing in terms of the ramifications of that decision. Michael Hingson 28:40 Do you regret having spent two years over there? Or were you? Do you feel that it was a valuable experience? What's your reaction thinking back on it now? Yeah, Evan Walker 28:53 I absolutely think it was a valuable experience. I do not regret it one bit. If I could do it over again, I would probably do some things differently. But every conversation I have meeting someone new, it usually comes up. When I'm interviewing for jobs, like the job I'm in now. It's always a point of pride and our point of experience, something no one can ever take away from you. And I love that. So I I know the way I was challenged in many ways. I had some of the best times in my life, meeting different people from around the world in Seoul coming out, which was not necessarily the best time living there so far from home, but coming out as a gay black man over Skype to my family on my mom's side who was who was very, very welcoming and you know, very proud of you for doing so. And my dad was too, later on. Michael Hingson 30:02 But I was thinking that by that time, we had a lot more ability to communicate. So at least you had some opportunities to talk to people back here in the states that you wouldn't have had 10 or 15 years before. Evan Walker 30:19 Yeah, yeah. And, yeah, yeah, I actually, I will, because I went through a recruiter, the CIA II organization, which I think is now an NGO. They offered me the opportunity to blog about my experiences there. So I was joined by a number of bloggers, guests, English teachers, or I posted about this and that. And I was able to your point to email that blog to family and friends, they could keep up with me. There was one particular time, the summer of No, the spring of 2013, where I was getting a lot of emails because of the North Korean missile crisis. Today, it's looked at as a pivotal point in time or a point in time where really, they had ramped up from February to May, so many different threats to South Korea and to America, which they still do today. They're very frustrated, usually, with our annual military drills. In the spring. That year, it was so bad that they actually scrapped 1953 armistice, they told foreigners, you should probably leave because there's going to be a war. It's going to be violent. It was crazy. It got so bad that my mom and I started talking about escape plans or as breakout a violent war. How are you going to get home? So? Yeah, I would say definitely, you know, there were there were those times when I was especially grateful for the modern communication. Michael Hingson 32:12 So you were over in South Korea for two years? And then you decided that that was enough for what? What was your motivation for them deciding to come back? Evan Walker 32:24 My motivation deciding to come back was, I thought that was enough. I had need what I thought, which is definitely the case, in my eyes, lifelong friends. I had pushed myself to the limit, even from a climate, cultural norms, food perspective, housing perspective. And I wanted to start my professional career back home. Ultimately, I didn't want to I didn't want to push that back any longer. Some people I still know. They're teaching all over the world backpacking thing in Korea, and that works for that. But for me, after two years, I was grateful for the experience. So many great times, challenging times. But I was ready to, Michael Hingson 33:20 to come back. So. So you, you came back? And what were you thinking about doing with your life once you came back? Evan Walker 33:31 So I came back, I honestly didn't know I wanted to process what I just done. And I also went through, I think, three months of reverse culture shock, what I envisioned as the American culture that I left, what I envisioned as the culture of my community, the LGBTQ plus community, the culture of Atlanta, all of those things, as an expatriate living 1000s of miles away, in some way or another, were not what I envisioned them to be, which is just not good or bad. It's just what happens. So I had the privilege, living over there having free room and board to save a lot of money. So I didn't need to work. The first three or so months, that I was, and then I was lucky enough in the spring. So I got back in August. And I got a job in March of following year through British insurance company called Hiscox insurance, and I'm grateful to this day that they hired me what a great, great career there for five years, but you That's really what I did was reflect. I had definitely some, I don't want to say challenges. But it really was a challenge in many ways. Because my, my concern at that point was my health I had come back after spraining my ankle earlier in the year back when I was in Korea. And when I was in Korea, and I went to a doctor. The first time due to language barriers, there was no need for me to wrap my ankle that I had wrapped. Although it was a sprained ankles, of course, I needed to wrap it, then when I went to get I think it was an MRI or an x ray, they actually told me that your foot as an extra bone. And so you probably just surgery to get the bone out. So by the time I got home, you know, again, just reminiscing the good times the challenging times. And then also thinking at some point, I'm gonna have to probably get this out. So again, I was grateful to get the job several months past, but I think anyone coming back from living abroad should really, if they can take that time to just adjust. Michael Hingson 36:29 Because it isn't you have an extra phone in your book. Did you have an extra bone in your foot? If I could talk I'd be in great shape. Evan Walker 36:35 I certainly did. I asserted that I had an accessory bone down there, yeah, and the foot on on the side of my ankle. And so I ended up having surgery. Later that year, after I was fired, it was a reconstructive surgery, the first of its kind that my doctor had done. The reattach the tendon, took the bone out and gave me an arch. So I likely will have to have the same things on my other foot. But we'll cross that bridge when we get there. Michael Hingson 37:12 So at least they diagnosed it over there. And exactly. That was an interesting experience. I bet you didn't expect. Evan Walker 37:23 Totally unexpected, but that's what comes with doing things that are unconventional. And when you take risk knows, you know, you can't foresee everything that happens, take calculated risks. I also had, you know, a finger, little system, my finger that I had to get taken out. Right before I came home, you know, there's just things like that, coming from a Western country, any country, you live somewhere else did a climate food, you learn things more about your body and your health that you weren't aware of. And you have to be prepared that if there's a language barrier or any other barrier, you may not have the same access to what it is that you need to prepare or recover from any issues with your health. Michael Hingson 38:25 You decided not to do the surgery in Korea, obviously and you came back here to do that. Evan Walker 38:31 Yeah, and Korean has Korea is very good. You know, hospitals, let's be clear, especially in Seoul. I just wanted to be home with family knowing I was coming home the following year. So it really just actually I think that was the same year I came home. Michael Hingson 38:51 So what was the job the insurance company gave you. Evan Walker 38:55 I was an underwriting assistant, which before I really read fiction, I thought it was related to Randy. So I'm like Oh, I'm back in I'm back doing something connected to my major. And it was actually a really interesting job processing job processing along the lines of commercial insurance. So cybersecurity technology errors and omissions really interesting job interesting people learns a lot. Definitely a bit of my time I work till midnight one time I was I was a workhorse at point and I work hard now and I you know work smart, collaborate all of those things but I really try just be in the present and Alan's and integrate my work and life in a way we're not going to burn myself out. As you as a lot have early in earlier in career people tend to disregard coming out just want to prove ourselves and things like that. Let me just work till my wit's end. But no, I don't do that anymore. But it was a great company still have great friends from there are my mentors from the pride resource group. Oh, keep in touch. Michael Hingson 40:27 So when you as an underwriter, you're here doing that work? What is it? You do? So you were talking about everything from dealing with intellectual property and cybersecurity and so on? What do you do? Or what did you Evan Walker 40:41 so as an I was really the underwriting assistant for the underwriters. So they were, look up the risk of, you know, what's the risk of, you know, Michael, Michael Hanson's company having a data breach. So this is what we'll cover, if you have a data breach, this is the amount that will pay. And so as an underwriting assistant, I would then kind of put those words together for them, but more often than not, provide them with a quote to send to you, or rather your broker, your insurance broker, and, you know, this kind of processing, getting those quotes out, getting those declines out, and canceling policies, when when that says, stay out? Michael Hingson 41:38 Well, it clearly can be part of a fascinating process. And I recognize the value in the need of insurance and the whole concept of risk management. And I speak about risk management from another side, which is basically more on the emergency preparedness side. You're in a room, you're listening to me speak. Do you know where the emergency exits are not the door that you came in, but the emergency exits? And the whole concept of risk management from that standpoint, which also, very possibly could affect your insurance? How well do you make sure that people who come to your facility, know what to do in an emergency and how to well you teach people might very well affect what you have to pay in the way of insurance so that you prove that you're being as careful as you can be? Evan Walker 42:36 You know, Michael, you're absolutely right. You're absolutely right. The importance cannot be understated. And even terrorism, kidnap ransom, shooter, all of all of those, all of those, but I do remember from reading your book, and just looking at YouTube videos and research, that you had all of the plans from, as a survivor of 911, working in a tower, one of the towers, you had those plans in Braille, that you had, basically, were an expert as to how to evacuate before it has to be that happens. occurred. Michael Hingson 43:26 I still remember, I still remember speaking at one organization meeting risk managers in Missouri, I think we were at Branson, but it was a meeting of risk management people from the Midwest. And after speaking, one of the people said, you know, we've never thought about the fact that as as a company, and that was a power company, they were one of the utilities, we have generation generating stations, and we don't teach our people really how to get out that is if there's a fire down in the station, how are people going to be able to get out because they can't see due to the smoke and so on. And we actually work together to develop a mechanism by which there people were able to escape without being able to see the exits because of the smoke. So they took that sort of thing very seriously. And it is and people really need to prepare more than they do. But they put some things in place. It was really cool to hear about it later, which is just really wonderful. So you worked at the insurance company for five years, and that's that's a good long time for for some people but you weren't there for five years. So what what made you leave and where did you go? Evan Walker 44:49 Honestly, I really just wanted to lean in more to that interest that I had found and passion related to ours. City inclusion, belonging and really being able to sink my teeth into a full time diversity, inclusion and belonging role. I was working in my last job as a training coordinator there. So I had some exposure to training courses focused on women in leadership and unconscious bias. But I wanted to do more I had started, what we call it at the time, LG, our LGBT work with whom someone I now call a friend, an executive bear, but also several other employees who are based in London. And so we created this global, what I call now at my current company, employee resource group, erg. And it was very successful. I mean, senior leadership was totally engaged, the visible visibility was global. It was on the top of everyone's minds, and honestly, bias, but I think that it gave other networks, the visibility that they needed, as well. And it put a spotlight on all the efforts that were going on related to vision and diversity. So much so that they asked me to speak to the company, out the networks. Michael Hingson 46:27 What led you to develop the passion? Did you just start to think about it, and it kind of grew or what? I Evan Walker 46:36 still to this day, I'm not quite sure. You know, it's funny because my dad consulted for many years with Christ on crisis management, public relations, and inclusion and diversity. And I never thought that I would be doing the same thing as him. But in many ways, I am following in his footsteps, which was totally unintended. I think that when I was raising my hand during focus groups, for employee networks for initiatives related to inclusion, and diversity, I just was curious and wanted to help in any way. It just kind of rounds me. Michael Hingson 47:25 So you left the company, the insurance company? And did you and your friends start your own company? Or did you go to work for someone else or what Evan Walker 47:36 I so I got a job. About a month later, I was hired by InterContinental Hotels.This was actually the year of 2020. And it was in March. So shortly before I started that job, which was a full time diversity and inclusion role, especially sprawl. I had enrolled in a Cornell online course, certificate in diversity and inclusion. So that was a self self taught course, like we had instructors, but everything was on your own time, rather. So there was no rush for me, but I had it in the event, longer to find a job than I expected. Well, even though I found the job, and I got a job rather quickly. COVID hit, of course. And so just starting there, I was like, Oh, it was a contract, permanent position. And at the time, there were a number of other people who were permanent, I believe, who might have been let go as well. But so many companies were just scrambling as to what to do. Everyone was sent home. And so I just use that time in between jobs to complete that course, which was a very rigorous course about engagement, your own engagement, when you weren't engaged. What did you do? Why do you feel that that was the case? And how do you make others feel engaged included? So that took me about eight months to complete by the end of it, I moved on to another company, I had extended an offer. That company was a great, great role. Great, great company. But after about two years with that company, I decided you know what? I would like to change and I feel like there's a new environment, a new path where I can experience being a diversity and inclusion manager I had left after IHG and starting at this company eight months later, or in the fall, I was a consultant for diversity and inclusion, helping people partnering with an accessibility subject matter expert, others from different parts of the world. And it was a great, great experience for me. But every company is on their own maturity scale. As far as diversity, inclusion, equity, all of these things, I wanted to experience a company that was on a different part of the scale. And so that's what led me to where I am now. Michael Hingson 50:41 So where are you now? Evan Walker 50:43 Now I am at Newman Technologies. I'm one of our global diversity and inclusion, inclusion and belonging managers, we actually are a telecommunications company, transforming as a technology company traded on the New York Stock Exchange. And just a great great company, curious, being present a lot of great values, and just putting our money where our mouth is, and our commitment as well. So I am just elated to be able to do what I do in this capacity, moving a mile a minute, but also seeing the change and being the change you want to see. That is what lumen is and I'm so happy to be along for the ride. So what is it you do? So, as a global as a Global Inclusion, belonging and diversity manager at Newman, I manage are starting to manage our communication in our partnership with the International organizations at lumen. So we have our APAC, India, EMEA. All of those organizations have what we call employee resource groups. And so the thread of that, or the holder of the thread of all of our employee resource groups, comes back to me. So I helped to oversee our disability, and abilities ERG, we have 11, employee resource groups help to see our black professionals ERG, we have a number of emojis that really help create more engagement, more of a safe space, but also just to help anyone feel included. And so that's a part of my role. But there's so many others, and I really just love it. Michael Hingson 52:50 How much influence do you have in getting the company when you discover something that maybe isn't right, from an inclusion standpoint, with one group or another? How much influence do you have in being able to change mindsets and change policy? Evan Walker 53:12 So actually, it's funny that you say that my boss is the chief diversity officer. So she brought all of us in to be curious, of new ideas, different diverse perspectives. And so with that, everything that I think about ideas, I'm not necessarily implementing all of them. Many of the ideas I have or perspectives or feedback related to I'm just gonna say policy, that does go back up to the C suite, just because my boss is the chief diverse diversity officer. So I often in leading taskforce related to changes in policies, how to get more employees engaged at all levels of the organization. And it all is exposed to senior leadership one way or another. So I would say it's pretty close. Pretty well, let me Michael Hingson 54:19 let me rephrase the question slightly. So maybe I should say how much does the chief diversity officer and the department have in the way of influence but let me give you an example. Let's say for example, someone and I will use disabilities here. Let's say a blind person comes along and says, I'm interested in being a part of your company or they get hired and they say, I need a screen reader software to be able to, to read what's on my computer screen because I can't read it otherwise. Or I go to these meetings and people are always handing out documentation at the beginning of the meetings, and then people read it and they discuss it, but nobody provides Is that in a form that I can use, much less provided in advance so that I really have access to it and can become familiar with it before the meeting, which really is the way we ought to handle documentation in general. But so someone comes to you and says, I got this problem. What? And I've gone to my boss, I tell you, and my boss has said, well, that's just the way it is, we're not going to do anything about it. That's clearly discriminatory and non inclusive. How do you deal with that? Evan Walker 55:36 Absolutely. So I would say, my boss would definitely be involved. So if that employee came in email, me or my boss, it would definitely get raised to the leadership level, depending on what the what the request is. In that scenario, I would say, that's absolutely discriminatory. And we do accommodate. We are inclusive of everyone, regardless of nationality, disability, ability, race, ethnicity, religion, all of those all of those inventions. And so it would be a dress, it would be listened to, and we make the accommodation or change needed, do we? Yeah, I'll leave it at that. Michael Hingson 56:27 Yeah. It's, it's an interesting conundrum. Because it all comes down to what people consider priorities and the cost of doing business. So for example, something that a number of us face regularly is we go into meetings, documentation is handed out papers. And they're referred to constantly during the meeting, but nobody makes them available for me to be able to access them. The other part about it is, which really is I think, the more interesting aspect of it, is that all too often we hand out documentation at meetings for people to read and the excuses. Well, we got to wait till the last minute to get the most current data. And the answer is do you really, rather than saying, we're going to provide the documentation in advance, so you should come prepared to discuss it. So at the meeting, you really discuss not spend half of your meeting or a good portion of your meeting, just preparing by reading it. And if you then do it in advance, it's a lot easier to make the documentation or the information accessible in a form that's usable. But getting people to change that mindset is really hard. But really, it ought to be part of the cost of doing business to make sure that true inclusion takes place. And it is so often a difficult thing to get people to change their mindset to do that, which is what prompted the question. Evan Walker 57:53 You're right. Yeah, the mindset change is is difficult, I think at any company specific, typically,around arounds. This this topic in a time of transformation, a time in society where the economy is very uncertain. The times that we're living in, and if you don't have those infrastructure, those systems in place already to support the mindset shift. That makes it even more difficult. I think the way lumen has been committed to inclusion for many, many years, has helped where we are moving forward in our journey. We also have a new CEO, who is from Microsoft spin all over the news and LinkedIn, and she's just wonderful. So she's also very committed to inclusion and diversity. And I think we're on a great, a great trajectory, a great path. But it's not easy for anyone to change those minds. Yeah. But you do have to meet people where they are. So Michael Hingson 59:10 you know, you absolutely do and it is a process. It's a learning process. It's a growing process on all sides. Well, I will tell you, this has been absolutely fun. And we've been doing this for about an hour now. Can you believe it? And so I think what we'll do is we will go ahead and stop but I want to get you back on in the future because I'd love to hear how your your journey and your adventure goes. And hear more about the experiences that you have at lumen and whatever you do, because your whole adventure now dealing with inclusion and diversity and so on is a worthwhile one to continue to discuss. Thank you Evan Walker 59:55 so much, Michael. This has been fun for me as well. I've really ever You're told this story at length, except for into family and friends. So it's been nice. Getting some of these these points out and also going down memory lane, I appreciate you taking me down that too. Michael Hingson 1:00:15 Well, thank you for for doing it and being willing to go down memory lane. And I want to thank you for listening. And I hope that you enjoyed this. Heaven has done a great job of giving us a lot of insights and a lot of useful information. I hope you found it interesting and that you enjoyed the podcast episode today, please give us a five star rating wherever you are. And wherever you're listening to this with whatever system, we would appreciate it. If you'd like to reach out, Evan, if people want to reach out to you, is there a way they can do that? Evan Walker 1:00:50 Yeah, people can just reach out to me on LinkedIn. So Evan, Robert Brown Walker, my name, just type that in on LinkedIn, you're welcome to connect with me send me a message. Also you have questions about actually going abroad and living abroad. There are a number of resources. Michael, I'm going to share those with you. Please, you know, we can we can share as far as links like the Council on International Education Exchange, and their website called transition transition abroad. For research. Michael Hingson 1:01:25 The blog articles that you wrote when you were in Korea, are they available to the public anywhere? That would be a fun series of links are linked to those blogs to Evan Walker 1:01:35 know. Yeah, I It's funny, I was looking, I want to say two or three years ago, and they totally redid their site. I will check with one of their directors. But those blogs I think have since since gone. Yeah. Michael Hingson 1:01:52 Gone to the big recycle bin in the sky. They Evan Walker 1:01:56 recycle then. Yeah, they've been replaced. There's now new bloggers? Well, it's Michael Hingson 1:02:01 fair to Well, again, we appreciate it. And for all of you reach out to Evan, he would love to hear from you, obviously and I would like to hear your comments as well. So feel free to email me at Michaelhi at accessibe A C C E S S I B E.com or visit our podcast page at WWW dot Michael hingson H i n g s o n.com/podcast. We'd love to hear from you. And of course those ratings are greatly appreciated. Love to get your thoughts. And if you have people in mind or think of people who you think we ought to have an unstoppable mindset and Evan you as well. Whether it's other people at Lumen or elsewhere, we'd love to hear from you and always are looking for podcast guests who can come on and tell stories. So we'd appreciate you letting us know about those people as well and giving us introductions. Evan Walker 1:02:56 Absolutely. Michael Hingson 1:02:58 Well, thank you one last time for being here. We really appreciate you doing this. And I expect to have you back on and we can hear about more adventures. Evan Walker 1:03:08 Oh, thank you, Michael. Pleasure, meeting you as well. And thank you again for the opportunity. Look forward to next time. Michael Hingson 1:03:20 You have been listening to the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. Thanks for dropping by. I hope that you'll join us again next week, and in future weeks for upcoming episodes. 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